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| Author: | af_one [ Fri Mar 30, 2007 11:15 pm ] |
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I have never used anything other thana straight 16" Martin style fingerboard. I want to consider options before starting my next build. I was thinking about a 16-20 compound. Can I please get a quick education? Maybe I'm missing the boat here by not using a compound FB. |
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| Author: | JJ Donohue [ Sat Mar 31, 2007 12:16 am ] |
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16" here...Reason...tradition I believe that more electric guitars use compound radii than acoustics. On those builders who use the compound,I'd be interested in learning more as to the rationale and benefit. |
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| Author: | crazymanmichael [ Sat Mar 31, 2007 12:43 am ] |
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i've used both, with the compound being an upcharge since i did them by hand. i would recommend the compound to those players who do a lot of bending since it reduces the likelyhood of buzzing on the higher frets. i bought the plans for craig's radiusing jig but haven't got around to building it as yet. when i do, this option will be a lot easier to produce. it should be noted that many older martin boards have a compound radius, approx. 16-20. |
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